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Supply Catering Manager - The Wirral - September Start Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Catering Manager for a long-term cover opportunity at a secondary education provider located in The Wirral. Salary: 160 - 180 per day (Dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-time, Long-Term Cover (Term-time only) Start Date: September 2026 Are you a passionate culinary leader looking to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of young people? We are looking for an organized Catering Manager to oversee the effective daily operation of a busy kitchen and dining environment on The Wirral. You will lead a dedicated kitchen team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining excellent standards of food safety and quality. Role Overview Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day operation of the catering service, leading, motivating, and managing a diverse kitchen team. Quality & Nutrition: Supervise the preparation and delivery of high-quality, nutritious menus that meet healthy eating standards. Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, COSHH, and health and safety regulations. Operations: Prioritize effectively to meet tight service deadlines during busy lunchtime periods, utilizing IT systems for stock control and basic administration. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven experience working as a Catering Manager or Head Chef, ideally within a school, college, or high-volume commercial catering environment. Qualifications: Good basic qualifications in English and Maths (Essential). An NVQ Level 2/3 in a culinary discipline, Food Hygiene certificates, or COSHH training is highly desirable. Skills: Strong leadership abilities, excellent organization under pressure, and basic IT knowledge. Compliance: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one). Location: Based in or easily able to commute to The Wirral. Why Join Academics? Competitive Pay: Earn an excellent daily rate of 160 - 180 per day. Consistency: Secure a stable, long-term cover placement for the new academic year. Prime Location: Work in an accessible area with excellent transport links across The Wirral and Cheshire. Full Support: Receive 24/7 dedicated consultant support and simple online timesheets. Apply Today! If you are a talented Catering Manager looking for an exciting long-term cover opportunity this September, let Academics help you secure the perfect role in The Wirral. Apply now by submitting your CV, or contact the Academics team today to jumpstart your registration. Academics is a dedicated Teacher Supply & Recruitment Agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.

Chef Manager We are looking for an enthusiastic Chef to lead a busy school kitchen, delivering fresh, nutritious meals to students and staff. Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve high-quality meals using fresh ingredients. Lead and support the kitchen team. Maintain Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards. Provide catering for school events and hospitality requests. Build positive relationships with staff and students. About You Must have a current DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one Previous catering experience, ideally in education or high-volume environments. Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3 qualified (or willing to train). Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance. Motivated, organised, and able to inspire a team. Passionate about food and delivering excellent service. What we can offer 18 per hour 30 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term-time only) Monday to Friday working pattern No evenings or weekends Ongoing training and career development opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Chef seeking a rewarding role with great work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Chef Manager We are looking for an enthusiastic Chef to lead a busy school kitchen, delivering fresh, nutritious meals to students and staff. Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve high-quality meals using fresh ingredients. Lead and support the kitchen team. Maintain Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards. Provide catering for school events and hospitality requests. Build positive relationships with staff and students. About You Must have a current DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one Previous catering experience, ideally in education or high-volume environments. Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3 qualified (or willing to train). Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance. Motivated, organised, and able to inspire a team. Passionate about food and delivering excellent service. What we can offer 18 per hour 30 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term-time only) Monday to Friday working pattern No evenings or weekends Ongoing training and career development opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Chef seeking a rewarding role with great work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Chef Manager We are looking for an enthusiastic Chef to lead a busy school kitchen, delivering fresh, nutritious meals to students and staff. Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve high-quality meals using fresh ingredients. Lead and support the kitchen team. Maintain Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards. Provide catering for school events and hospitality requests. Build positive relationships with staff and students. About You Must have a current DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one Previous catering experience, ideally in education or high-volume environments. Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3 qualified (or willing to train). Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance. Motivated, organised, and able to inspire a team. Passionate about food and delivering excellent service. What we can offer 18 per hour 30 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term-time only) Monday to Friday working pattern No evenings or weekends Ongoing training and career development opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Chef seeking a rewarding role with great work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Kitchen Manager Purley Up to 38,000 + Benefits No Evenings. Finish by 6pm Every Day. Better Work-Life Balance Starts Here. Tired of late nights, split shifts and missing your evenings? We're looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen within a busy, well-established restaurant in Purley. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful business where you can continue doing what you love - without sacrificing your work-life balance. You'll lead a friendly kitchen team, deliver consistently high-quality food and play a key role in creating an outstanding dining experience for every customer. Kitchen Manager - Why You'll Love This Role: Never work later than 6pm Daytime shifts only Up to 38,000 salary Staff discounts and excellent company benefits Ongoing training and development Join a stable, growing business with genuine long-term opportunities Supportive management team and positive working culture Kitchen Manager - The Role: As Kitchen Manager you'll take ownership of the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring every service runs smoothly while maintaining exceptional food quality and compliance standards. You'll be responsible for: Leading, motivating and developing your kitchen team Delivering consistently high standards of food quality and presentation Managing stock, ordering and food costs Driving excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards Controlling kitchen budgets and labour Creating a positive, organised and efficient working environment Supporting recruitment, training and development of your team We're Looking For You'll already have experience as a: Kitchen Manager Head Chef Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step You'll also have: Experience leading busy kitchen teams Strong food safety and HACCP knowledge Commercial awareness and budget management experience Excellent organisational and communication skills A hands-on leadership style with a genuine passion for developing people Ready for Better Hours? If you're looking for a Kitchen Manager role where you can enjoy your evenings, lead a great team and work for a business that genuinely values work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.

Blue Arrow has exciting new Temporary Chef Manager Roles Guaranteed hours between 35 - 40 Hours per week until at least Mid October working in and around Croydon, Banstead, Epsom, Crawley & Redhill START Sep 2026 for new term - Potential Permanent Role at end of temp placement Working days: Monday to Friday Excellent Hours and Pay Looking for a Chef Manager with the following skills: As our ideal Chef Manager you will:- Have excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen Have proven experience of managing, training and leading a team Have creativity in developing theme days Have a proven track record of continually improving standards Have the ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced environment Be passionate about food and delivering excellent service to clients and customers Have financial and budget awareness, and proven experience in controlling food costs. Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Food Hygiene Level Three Certification (or happy to complete) Good communication with all members of the team If you're looking to make the most of your skills as a Chef, then you'll love leading our hard-working team. Benefits of working with us as a Chef Manager Pension scheme Work life balance - working term-time only and no weekends Accrued Holiday Please apply with your CV and I will get back to you ASAP. Or feel free to call me to discuss further. Many Thanks Daisy Mullaney Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Temporary Chef Manager Cover - Cramlington Location: Cramlington Duration: 1st September to 18th September (inclusive) Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30am - 2:00pm We are currently seeking an experienced Chef Manager to provide temporary cover for a busy on-site catering operation in Cramlington . This role is focused primarily on the delivery of high-quality food service, making it ideal for a chef with strong culinary and craft skills who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Preparing and serving breakfast and lunch menus Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation Working alongside two full-time Catering Assistants Managing and placing food orders as required Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are adhered to Completing daily temperature checks and food safety records Requirements: Previous Chef Manager or Senior Chef experience Strong craft cooking skills are essential Experience ordering stock and managing food supplies Food hygiene knowledge and a proactive approach to kitchen management Reliable and able to hit the ground running This is an excellent short-term opportunity for an experienced chef looking for a daytime role with no evening work. Interested? Apply today or call (phone number removed) to discuss the role. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

School Chef Manager - East Midlands Term-Time Hours & School Holidays Off Platinum Recruitment is partnering with one of the UK's leading contract caterers to recruit a Chef Manager in the East Midlands. Enjoy term-time hours, school holidays off, and the opportunity to lead a passionate catering team. Why Join Us? Work-life balance: Daytime hours only, evenings and weekends free Time off: School holidays off Perks: Free meals on shift, professional training, and career progression Supportive culture: Friendly, people-focused environment with long-term security Current Opportunity - School in Location Format Secondary School in Brackley - 40 hrs/week - £35,000 p/a Key Responsibilities Lead and motivate your catering team in a school environment Plan and prepare fresh, healthy, and appealing meals for students Manage stock, suppliers, and budgets Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards Collaborate with school staff to deliver an efficient catering service What We're Looking For Experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, or Head Chef Strong leadership and organisational skills Passion for providing high-quality, healthy meals for children and young people Food hygiene and allergen qualifications Confidence in compliance, team management, and school catering operations If you're ready to take the next step in Brackley , apply today and make a real difference in school catering! Job Number: KHI04 / INDCHEFMGR Location: East Midlands - Brackley Role: Chef Manager Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

School Chef Manager - East of England Term-Time Hours & School Holidays Off Platinum Recruitment is partnering with one of the UK's leading contract caterers to recruit multiple Chef Managers across the East of England. Enjoy term-time hours, school holidays off, and the chance to lead a passionate catering team. Why Join Us? Work-life balance: Daytime hours only, evenings and weekends free Time off: School holidays off Perks: Free meals on shift, ongoing training, and career development Supportive culture: Friendly, people-focused environment with long-term security Current Opportunities - School in Location Format Primary School in Stevenage - 30 hrs/week - £14,000-£17,640 p/a Secondary School in Sandy (Beds) - 45 hrs/week - £35,000 p/a Primary School in Luton - 35 hrs/week - £20,700 p/a Key Responsibilities Lead and motivate your catering team in a school environment Plan and prepare fresh, healthy, and appealing meals for students Manage stock, suppliers, and budgets Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards Collaborate with school staff to deliver an efficient catering service What We're Looking For Experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, or Head Chef Strong leadership and organisational skills Passion for providing healthy, high-quality meals for children Food hygiene and allergen qualifications Confidence in compliance, team management, and school catering operations If you're ready to take the next step in Stevenage, Sandy, or Luton , apply today and make a real difference in school catering! Job Number: INDCHEFMGR / KHI03 Location: East of England - Multiple Schools Role: Chef Manager Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

School Chef Manager - South East Region Term-Time Hours & School Holidays Off Are you an experienced Catering Manager or Head Chef looking for a rewarding role in schools? Platinum Recruitment is partnering with one of the UK's leading contract caterers to recruit multiple Chef Managers across the South East. Enjoy term-time hours, school holidays off, and the chance to lead a passionate catering team. Why Join Us? Work-life balance: Daytime hours only, evenings and weekends free Time off: Enjoy school holidays off Perks: Free meals on shift, professional training, and career development Supportive culture: Work in a people-focused environment with long-term security Current Opportunities - School in Location Format Primary School in Worthing - 42.5 hrs/week - £38,000 p/a Primary School in Rochester - 37.5 hrs/week - £23,000 p/a Secondary School in Chatham - 45 hrs/week - £35,500-£38,000 p/a Secondary School in Beckenham - 45 hrs/week - £38,000 p/a Secondary School in Dagenham - 40 hrs/week - £37,000 p/a Primary School in Godalming - 27.5 hrs/week - £16,000 p/a Primary School in Milford (Godalming) - 37.5 hrs/week - £22,000 p/a Secondary School in Molesey - 27.5 hrs/week - £16,000 p/a Primary School in Reading - 30 hrs/week - £15,500 p/a Primary School in London - 40-45 hrs/week - £30,000-£40,000 p/a Secondary School in London - 40-45 hrs/week - £30,000-£40,000 p/a Secondary School in Isleworth - 45 hrs/week - £35,000 p/a Secondary School in Twickenham - 45 hrs/week - £35,000 p/a Secondary School in Watford - 45 hrs/week - £38,000 p/a Key Responsibilities Lead and motivate your catering team in a school environment Plan and prepare fresh, healthy, and appealing meals for students Manage stock, suppliers, and budgets Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards Collaborate with school staff to deliver a smooth, efficient catering service What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, or Head Chef Strong leadership and organisational skills Passion for providing healthy, high-quality meals for children and young people Relevant food hygiene and allergen qualifications Confidence in compliance, team management, and school catering operations If you're ready to take the next step in your career across Worthing, Rochester, Chatham, Beckenham, Dagenham, Godalming, Reading, London, Isleworth, Twickenham, or Watford , apply today and make a real difference in school catering! Job Number: INDCHEFMGR / KHI02 Location: South East Region - Multiple Schools Role: Chef Manager Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Chef Manager - Sowerby Bridge Salary: 30,000 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Term-Time Only Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Platinum Recruitment is seeking a skilled and passionate Chef Manager to join a school in Sowerby Bridge. This role is perfect for someone with experience managing a kitchen team and creating nutritious, delicious meals for children. What we offer: Competitive salary of 30,000 per year Term-time only, 37.5 hours per week Temp-to-perm opportunity with career progression Supportive recruitment team throughout your assignments Opportunity to make a real difference in a school environment Key Responsibilities: Manage the kitchen team and daily operations Plan and prepare balanced, appealing meals that meet dietary requirements Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment adhering to food safety standards Ensure high-quality standards across all meals served Excited to join? Click Apply Now and our team will be in touch to discuss this rewarding Chef Manager role in Sowerby Bridge. Job Role: Chef Manager Job Number: KH8321 / INDCATERERING Location: Sowerby Bridge Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.